Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning

Heating and Air Conditioning, Appliance Repair, Natural Gas Lines

About us

For nearly 100 years, family-owned Welter Heating and Air Conditioning has provided home heating and central air conditioning repair, service and installation in the Twin Cities metro area. Over four generations of families have come to trust our factory-trained and authorized professionals for everything from a new installation to an emergency repair. Additional DBA - Welter Heating Co.

Business highlights

112 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Installation and repair of HVAC, cooling, inspection, duct cleaning & heating.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9129 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
8%
3
1%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 26-50 of 129 reviews

Marc R.
12/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The tech was on time, and completed the tasks in a short amount of time. He did a good job.
Description of Work: Checked the furnace for winter operation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Marc R.
12/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
work done quickly and when complete, all of the equipment worked without any issues.
Description of Work: furnace tune up

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Monica H.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Great. They we very knowledgable and professional. We live in my grandmother's old house. She had them put in a furnace for her 30 years ago (thats one we just replaced) and we were thrilled to see the company was still family owned and to give them our business again.
Description of Work: Replaced furnace and central air unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,400

mary S.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Only company out of three used that solved the problem.
Description of Work: Air filtration system not working

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Carin O.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The bid on the project was just a bit lower than the bid from another contractor that uses the same brands. However, the other contractor quoted higher base prices, then used their company's discounts to bring down the price. Welter had no such gimmicks. The crew arrived early and got right to work. They respected our home, protecting the floors with tarps and sweeping up when they were done. They were willing to explain what they were doing and were very professional
Description of Work: We replace our 20-year-old AC and furnace with more energy-efficient models.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Dianne D.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .....................................................

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David E.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very efficient, professional, very friendly, explained a lot. Would hire again.
Description of Work: Disconnect and cap old gas stove and gas grill

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$87

Tracy D.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
George Welter looked over our equipment and the set up of our system and told us that we did not, in fact, need the expensive replacement recommended by the competitor. In his opinion, everything is working well at this time. He spent a lot of time explaining how the heating and AC systems work, showed us some ways to use our current equipment more effectively and efficiently, and advised us about what to change when we undergo a planned remodeling project and in the end, told us to update equipment at that time if we really want to do that. George Welter just saved us from getting taken for about $9,000 in service and equipment that we do not need. In all my life I have never met a more honest, thorough, or knowledgable service person. This level of honesty and customer concern is unheard of in this day and age and it is both refreshing and reassuring. They will get all of our business in the future and I will tell everyone I know to call Ray N. Welter heating Company for any heating or AC problem.
Description of Work: I called to have our 20-year-old A/C and furnace replaced after being told that this needed to be done by a competitor. Our equipment is working now but we were told it was undersized and under-performing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rachel K.
07/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Welter worked with us and the sellers of our new home to upgrade the old gravity furnace to a new forced air furnace. It was a tricky situation, with so many people involved in the process. Rick worked with all of us, and did a great job on the install of the new furnace.
Description of Work: HVAC upgrade

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JUDITH H.
07/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It took a number of phone calls and one failed show after they had scheduled afternoon service. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and called them again. While no apology was extended, they did send someone out the next day and the repair was done to my satisfaction.
Description of Work: Air conditioner wasn't working. They found it low on freon, which blew condenser. Pretty quick fix.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Lynn M.
06/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were really good. They were reasonable, they came on time and they explained things.
Description of Work: They tuned up our furnace and air conditioner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Shawn J.
04/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were thorough and explained everything well. It only took about 45 minutes total to complete the job.
Description of Work: Replaced a part.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$323

Deane C.
03/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Everything went smoothly on the day of installation. The system was up and running by around 3 pm. AC was not tested because it was November and too cold out. When the city inspector came out, he found that Welter had not done the tests required before he could finish inspection, so he told me to contact them to have the testing done and then send him the results by email. When Welter's guy came out to test, he found the two stage furnace was not set up to run at high fire, and the setting for the AC capacity was wrong. He corrected everything and gave me the test results to send to the city inspector. He also neatened up some exposed wiring on the external AC condenser that was bugging me. After maybe a week I noticed a problem with the PVC exhaust flue. It was not sloped correctly for drainage. I called Welter and they sent out the original installer who fixed the slope. However, after he left, I discovered that there was a leak in the flue and it was letting exhaust gas into my basement. I called Welter again and they sent out a guy who re-did the pipe joint that had come apart due to sloppy workmanship on the original install. Overall, I was pleased with their responsiveness to these problems, but wished they had done a more professional job to begin with.
Description of Work: High efficiency furnace and AC replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Renate S.
03/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I had some contact with them. I thought they were good. They're an old company. I would hire them anytime again.
Description of Work: Heating and air.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Bruce A.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Price was as quoted. They showed up on time and were professional. They told me what shape my furnace was in, approx how much longer it would last, and what I might want to replace in the next year. Very trustworthy!
Description of Work: I had a furnace tune-up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Jessie R.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They did an awesome job replacing our dryer vent. Much of it was behind a wall/in a ceiling and I know it was not easy to get in there properly. I was impressed with the speed and overall quality of the work done and would definitely hire them again. My only complaint is very minor – there were pieces cut out from inside our wall and left for us to clean up. I understand some people want scraps, but these were fairly small and unusable and it would have been great if they had just disposed of them instead of leaving them in a pile for us.
Description of Work: Dryer vent replacement in wall/ceiling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$292

Matt A.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They did a good job. They came and took care of a problem I was having for months so I was pretty thankful that they were willing to come out. They were also quick. It was the next day they came out. They had to do it in 2-3 trips. It was a priority, so ultimately they got rid of my issue I was having in a short period of time. The only issue that hasn't been resolved because I did pay them, but I'm hoping to get some money back because it was a warranty issue.
Description of Work: They took care of the issue that I had.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marc R.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I called at 8am the next morning and was greeted by a very friendly woman who scheduled me for the afternoon. Greg called 30 minutes prior as agreed upon. I met him there. He was super nice and helpful. He answered all my questions and taught me quite a few things I did not know. He also checked the other furnace in the building while I was there as to prevent the same issue. He diagnosed it quickly and was done within the hour. They will be the first ones I call for any other furnace issues in the future.
Description of Work: Furnace in rental stopped working in the middle of a cold spell in Winter, would fire, but go off after 2 seconds.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$52

Joe N.
10/2016
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Don't waste your time and money with their offer. The offer DOES NOT INCUDE important safety checks such as the condition of the heat exchanger and testing for unsafe levels of carbon monoxide (CO). Why pay $99 for someone to vacuum your furnace when you could spend a little more and get a comprehensive furnace safety inspection from a qualified company. There's more if you have time to read on... I did stop by the Ray N. Welter office to ask about a replacement furnace. At that time I expressed my concern that since my existing furnace was 24 years old I thought it should have a safety inspection. The person I talked to said their cleaning special also included a safety inspection. Ok I thought. But when their employee came out to look at my furnace I was told he didn't have the equipment to test for unsafe levels of carbon monoxide. We both agreed another employee should come out the next day and do a complete safety inspection. Well, the next day no one came out. Ray N. Welters didn't even bother to call me to explain or apologize for missing the second scheduled appointment .
Description of Work: $99 furnace maintenance cleaning and "safety" check (quotations mine)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning
Hi [Member Name Removed], I am very sorry for the confusion, it was absolutely our fault. No excuses. Both on the clarification of what you were looking for and the service manager misunderstanding that you were expecting us the next day. Please let me make it up to you for our mistake. Thanks for bringing it to my attention as I have started to make changes to correct the issue and prevent it from happening again. I understand we didn't charge you anything so let me know if I can do a certification on your furnace free of charge. Sorry, Rick Welter

Laurie P.
09/2016
4.0
appliance repair, gas leak repair
  + 0 more
It went fine. They responded quicker than anyone else and got out to the house fast. They had the air running in a short time and it was during a hot stretch. They said it wasn't guaranteed to stop the leak and the Freon could leak out again over time. which it did. Because of the route charge that doesn't get applied to the bill I didn't go with them when I needed to replace the air condition in August.
Description of Work: Air conditioner ran but didn't cool. they put in a stop leak and Freon.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$517

Meryll P.
09/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Jason checked the unit and explained how to keep it running efficiently. I used an Angie's List promotion and the transaction went smoothly.
Description of Work: Furnace check for winter

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Steve S.
09/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Excellent! I would highly recommend. Friendly tech was all about doing the right thing for me. He helped me balance cost vs reliability. My AC unit is getting old and he fully discussed all my options and what he would recommend. I have dealt with several different HVAC companies in the past and always got the feeling that I was not getting a fair deal. Highly recommend these guys.
Description of Work: Fix AC. Needed capacitor replaced and possibly High pressure reset switch(did not need replacing since old unit).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

vicke H.
08/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We had something several years done wrong not by them but by someone else and they corrected it and it's amazing how much more efficient our air conditioning is. Too much of the air was going was going down stairs and not upstairs. They had to have some new paths made and it made a lot of difference on our air conditioning. They've been a company that has been around for a long time. I think they actually installed our new furnace and maybe like 50 years ago, the same company, when we built a new home back in the 60's mid 60's, they had done the work on it. It's not a great big company but big enough to take care of us whenever we need something done. We definitely would use them again.
Description of Work: They redid our furnace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Vicki H.
07/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Great experience. The team was very nice, on time and helped correct existing air flow issues that other companies overlooked. Could not have been nicer or easier to work with, and did the work for a good price. I would highly recommend Ray Welter.
Description of Work: Furnace & AC replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000

Lisa S.
07/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
A great experience. I called mid-day on Monday and I received a call later that day to set a time for first thing in the morning. The tech showed up bright and early and quickly determined that I was low on freon. He topped it up and checked my other unit (I have separate units for up and downstairs on former duplex). We discussed things I could do to keep my units running well. Very reasonable with Angie's List coupon.
Description of Work: Air conditioner was not producing cold air.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$109

Contact information

4637 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407

www.welterheating.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Appliance Repair,
Natural Gas Lines

FAQ

Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning offers free project estimates.
No, Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning offers emergency services.
Yes, Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning offers warranties.
Ray N Welter Heating & Air Conditioning offers the following services: Installation and repair of HVAC, cooling, inspection, duct cleaning & heating.

Contact information

4637 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407

www.welterheating.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed